Giavonna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Giavonna is an Italian name that means 'God is gracious'. It evolved from the Hebrew name Yochanan through Greek and Latin forms, leading to the contemporary Italian Giavonna. The name is often perceived as modern and unique, gaining popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Italian-Americans. It has no direct biblical background but is rooted in a name with strong religious significance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Giavonna"
Pronunciation
/dʒiːəˈvɒnə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Giavonna is a feminine form of Giovanni, which is the Italian variant of the name John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Ioannes (Greek), Johannes (Latin), Giovanni (Italian), Giavonna (Italian)
Historical Usage
Giavonna has gained popularity in Italian-American communities, particularly in the late 20th century as a modern variant of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Giovanna, Giovanni, Giana, Gia
Modern Popularity & Image
Giavonna is seen as a unique and contemporary name, often associated with a blend of tradition and modernity, appealing to parents looking for distinctive yet classic names.
Famous People
Giavonna McCullough, American singer, Giavonna G. M. D'Souza, American artist
📊 Giavonna Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 65 peak births in 2006
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Giavonna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Giavonna"
"Giavonna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10717th of 27321 | 84 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3429th of 35406 | 697 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3686th of 30306 | 504 |
Regional Popularity of "Giavonna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Giavonna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
72.61% 3327th/4582 |
25.64% 1324th/5164 |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
61.70% 2458th/3984 |
39.38% 1767th/4487 |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Giavonna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Giavonna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Giavonna" in the United States
The name Giavonna is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Giavonna has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Giavonna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10717th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3429th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3686th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Giavonna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.